Lincoln's Legacy (Blast to the Past (Paperback))

Stacia Deutsch

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Lincoln's Legacy (Blast to the Past (Paperback))

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Stacia Deutsch

Illustrated by David T. Wenzel

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Mr. C.'s class zips through swirling lights and lands right in the middle of a tense moment with President Lincoln. The clock is ticking—only two hours to change history and stop Lincoln from giving up on freeing the slaves. But can they make a difference before time runs out?

Themes

Action & AdventureHistorical - United States - 19th CenturyFriendshipComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction follows a class who travels back in time to meet President Lincoln during a pivotal moment in American history. The story explores themes of courage, justice, and the fight to end slavery, appropriate for readers ages 9-12. It offers an engaging introduction to history with mild tension but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9781417740291
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
January 2005
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureHistoricalUnited States19th CenturyChapter Books